access by requiring password entry when the computer is turned on or returns from power
saving mode to Normal mode.
Refer to Windows Help and Support (
Opening Windows Help and Support
) for more
information on the Windows password.
1. Open the charms and select the
Settings charm. (See
Opening the Charms
to open the
charms.)
2. Select Change PC settings in the lower right corner.
3. Select Users in the left pane of the PC settings screen.
4. Select Create a password or Change your password.
5. Follow the on-screen instructions to enter your password.
Note
Do not forget your password. Write down the password and keep it in a secure place.
Hint
You can enter a hint in order to recall your password if you forget it. You can also create a
password reset disc that can be used to create a new password. Refer to Windows Help
and Support (
Opening Windows Help and Support
) for more information on the Windows
password.
Setting/Changing the Power-on Password
You can set a password (power-on password) for booting up your VAIO computer, using the
BIOS function. Entry of the power-on password will be prompted after the VAIO logo appears to
start the computer.
There are two types of passwords. Set the machine password first.
Machine password (for administrators):
Allows users with administrative rights to change all the setup options in the BIOS setup
screen, as well as to start your VAIO computer.
User password (for users without administrative rights):
Allows standard users to change some of the BIOS setup options, as well as to start your
VAIO computer. To set the user password, you must first set the machine password.
1. Press the ASSIST button while your VAIO computer is off.
The VAIO Care (Rescue Mode) screen appears.
2. Select Start BIOS setup.
Enter a password if it has already been set.
